Temp Seasonal - Outdoor Program Trip Leader

Full Job Description

This individual will be responsible for conducting programs on-site, interacting with the public, and representing the agency in a positive manner. Trip Leaders will conduct trips with another staff member or volunteer. Activities are conducted in a variety of outdoor settings for many ages and abilities including youth, teenagers, adults and families.

The Outdoor Program is seeking individuals who demonstrate competence and character which inspires trust. They should also have high integrity, tact, a positive attitude, good judgment, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative style.

Schedule and hours do vary. Our programs are registration based, and no minimum number of hours can be guaranteed. Programs may operate 7 days a week and on holidays; long hours are sometimes required. Part-time: Hours vary on days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

• Activities include kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing.
• The hired employee will assist with on-site outdoor activities until they feel comfortable leading the activities withanother assistant.
• Individual will be responsible for driving participants to and from activities throughout the day in 15 passengervehicles as well as towing and backing up trailers that transport equipment to activity locations.
• Knowledge and experience in the outdoor activities listed above.
• Excellent communication skill, leadership, decision-making skills, and a confident ability to speak with the public andprovide good customer service.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and flexible enough to make accommodations for unforeseen events.

Requirements of work (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• The stamina to stand for long periods time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

WORK RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience facilitating activities.
• Have excellent communication, leadership, decision-making skills, and a confident ability to speak with the public and provide good customer service.
• A background in outdoor recreation facilitation, teaching or related field.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Valid CPR & 1st Aid Certifications. Preferred but can be obtained after being hired.
• Pass background check.
• Pass drug test. Includes testing for cannabis.
• Available for training dates.
  

This role is considered a safety-sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death. You must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, a criminal background check, a pre-employment drug screen (which includes testing for cannabis use), reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions) and a physical and lift test (for some positions).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.